Eyes & Vision

Dry Eye Syndrome

Dry eye syndrome occurs when tears don't provide adequate lubrication for the eyes, either due to insufficient tear production or poor-quality tears that evaporate too quickly. It is increasingly common due to screen use and is one of the most frequent reasons for eye doctor visits. While rarely serious, chronic dry eye can cause eye damage and significantly impact quality of life.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, usually due to abnormally high pressure in the eye. It is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. Open-angle glaucoma, the most common form, develops slowly with no early symptoms. Regular eye exams are the only way to detect it early, making screening critical for at-risk populations.

Myopia

Myopia (nearsightedness) is a common vision condition where close objects appear clear but distant objects appear blurry. It occurs when the eyeball is too long or the cornea curves too steeply, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of on it. Myopia is increasing rapidly worldwide, particularly in East Asia, and is projected to affect half the global population by 2050.